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Security Council, 10195th Meeting (AM) UNOWAS
Security Council, 10194th Meeting (AM) Yemen
Security Council, 10192nd Meeting (AM) Non-proliferation
Security Council, 10191st Meeting (AM) Ukraine
Switzerland’s Thomas Gass appointed new DAC Chair
UNITAR and UPU Join Forces to Help Governments Bridge the Digital Divide
OECD job markets remain strong, but real wages are lagging
World Health Assembly Global Parliamentary Forum: from commitment to action on the WHO Pandemic Agreement and sustainable financing for health
Tax Inspectors Without Borders strengthening tax systems through new South-South co-operation
Large companies need to turn commitments to responsible business conduct into action
Tourist arrivals reach new record but the sector must adapt to keep growing
Tackling public debt and improving productivity are key to boost growth in France
New OECD survey shows highest ever levels of trust in Australia’s public institutions
Farm incomes set to rise over next decade – but volatility puts gains at risk
Ukraine is reforming in real time: OECD launches three new Reviews to support a stronger, more resilient economy
Child deaths in conflict surge by a third amid rise of tech-driven warfare
Resume Concerted Diplomatic Efforts towards Full Ukraine-Russian Federation Ceasefire Now, Top UN Official Urges Security Council
UNITAR Joined Global Discussion on the Intersection of AI and Behavioural Science
Improving public administration and health outcomes while accelerating climate action would support higher living standards in Latvia
War in Ukraine at Deadliest Point in Four Years, UN Officials Warn Security Council, as Speakers Urge Immediate Ceasefire, Return to Diplomacy
OECD Ministerial Council Outcomes 5 June
Steel excess capacity continues to weigh on global markets, with subsidies increasingly undermining fair competition
Global economic outlook weakens amid energy shock and rising inflationary pressures
Nicaragua Death In Custody
Industrial subsidies reach highest levels since the global financial crisis, says OECD
Ukraine War Risks Spiralling Out of Control, Secretary-General Warns Security Council, Calls for Full, Unconditional Ceasefire
OECD launches streamlined Hiroshima AI Process Reporting Framework to help small- and medium-sized enterprises participate
World must ‘double down on delivery’ for global road safety, says WHO
Developed countries exceed USD 100 billion climate finance goal for third consecutive year
UNGA heeds Pacific voices, backs world court on states’ climate obligations
Japan needs to boost productivity and labour supply to address demographic pressures and strengthen growth
Israel’s destructive actions in Lebanon are normalising war without rules
Joint call by the President of the ICRC, the Director-General of WHO and the International President of MSF
Australian National Statement in the IMO Marine Environment Protection Committee’s 84th Session
Why the world needs the UN to keep an eye on AI
Critical raw materials face rising export restrictions, increasing risks to global supply chains
Manchester conference provides fresh perspectives on Falklands/Malvinas conflict
Extreme heat is pushing agrifood systems to the brink worldwide
Conflict in the Near East region adds pressure on fragile agrifood systems, FAO Director-General warns
Australian National Statement in the IMO Legal Committee’s 113th Session
UNITAR and UPAEP Join Forces to Strengthen the Postal Sector for Sustainable Development
Improving the business environment and boosting skills and employment are key to reviving economic growth prospects and seizing opportunities from new technologies
UN committee requests General Assembly consideration of enforced disappearance situation: Mexico
UN experts demand immediate end to Taliban restrictions on women at UN premises: Afghanistan
Australian National Statement In ICAO Council’s 237th Session
Global economic outlook remains robust but has weakened amid energy shock and geopolitical risks
Countries continue investing in their anti-corruption and integrity frameworks, but further implementation is needed
Reducing the fiscal deficit, addressing population ageing and boosting business dynamism are key priorities to strengthen Austria’s growth and public finances